Job Description
360 Operator – Scrap / Recycling Grabber
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000
Location: Derby – Loughborough
Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00 – 15:30
We are recruiting for an experienced 360 Operator to join a well-established recycling and scrap metal business. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled 360 Excavator Operator or 360 Crane Operator who thrives in a busy yard environment and wants a stable, long-term role.
Key Responsibilities:
* Safe and efficient operation of a 360 scrap metal grabber to move, lift, and sort materials.
* Using attachments including grabs, magnets, and shears to handle different types of scrap.
* Sorting, processing, and separating ferrous and non-ferrous metals for recycling or further processing.
* Loading and unloading vehicles within the recycling yard.
* Carrying out daily machine checks and routine maintenance on the 360 excavator.
* Following strict health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
Skills & Experience Required:
* A valid CPCS or NPORS licence to operate a 360 scrap grab operator machine.
* Previous experience in the scrap, waste, or recycling industry.
* Strong understanding of health and safety procedures within a yard or industrial environment.
* Good level of physical fitness and ability to work in a hands-on, fast-paced setting.
* Basic mechanical knowledge to identify potential equipment issues.
What’s on Offer:
* Competitive salary of £35,000 – £40,000 depending on experience.
* Day shifts, Monday to Friday, with early finishes at 15:30.
* A permanent role with a stable and well-established employer in the recycling sector.
If you are a certified 360 Operator looking to put your skills to work in a secure and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.
This vacancy is being advertised by POST– Recruitment Ltd, an Employment Agency. Visit our website for more details.